Job Description
THE ROLE:
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- Reporting into the Head of Logistics, the Warehouse Site Manager will be responsible for a complex & fast-paced Warehouse & Logistics operation in the Brighouse area. n
- Specific responsibilities will be across Warehouse functions such as Good In, Pick/Pack, Despatch, Stock/Inventory & Health & Safety. n
- Responsibility for circa 50-100 people (Warehouse Managers, Warehouse Shift Managers, Warehouse Operatives, also having interaction with Transport Operatives & Drivers). n
- Utilisation of KPI's & Processes in order to manage performance. n
- Managing the relationship for a specific client in a pro-active & collaborative "Value-Add" way. n
- Regular and consistent communication with the client. n
- Able to understand client needs and respond to them pro-actively and positively. n
- Management of P&L of approx £1m costs, SLA's etc. n
- Recruitment, on-boarding and people retention within a Logistics setting. n
- Utilising data to inform decisions and also provide regular reports to Senior Management. n
- This is a broad & autonomous role where you will essentially be running an entire Logistics operation within the framework of a larger Logistics operation. n
THE PERSON:
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- Warehouse Manager, Operations Manager or General Manager ideally within fast paced distribution (Day 1 for Day 1 OR Day 1 for Day 2). n
- 3PL experience is beneficial. n
- Overall management responsibility for at least 50 heads or more. n
- Strong Commercial acumen. n
- Able to account manage clients in a pro-active & constructive way. n
- Front-foot & hands-on leadership style - this role is very much a hands-on & full-on Warehouse Management role. n
- Able to engage & motivate your people. n
- Able to liaise from shop-floor to Board level. n
- Someone who wants to play an integral part in building/growing a strong operation. n
- Someone with the ambition develop their career with a progressive business. n
- Medium level IT proficiency - i.e. be proficient on MS Excel in order to compile reports where appropriate. n
- Able to commute to central Brighouse on a daily basis - free parking will be provided. n
- Able and willing to progress your career within a business that genuinely develops and progresses their people. n
ABOUT US:
nWith over 20 years of expertise in the Logistics/Supply Chain sector - Indigo Search recruit for management, director & executive roles across the UK.
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